How to buy a good computer at a reasonable price - Test
  • 1. What is the first step in buying a good computer?
A) Research the latest CPUs.
B) Determine your needs.
C) Visit multiple electronics stores.
D) Set a strict budget.
  • 2. Which component is most important for gaming?
A) CPU
B) Graphics Card (GPU)
C) RAM
D) Hard Drive
  • 3. What does RAM primarily affect?
A) Processing power
B) Storage capacity
C) Multitasking and program loading speed
D) Graphics performance
  • 4. What is the advantage of an SSD over a HDD?
A) Larger storage capacity for the same price
B) Lower power consumption
C) Greater durability
D) Faster read and write speeds
  • 5. What does CPU stand for?
A) Computer Power Unit
B) Computer Processing Unit
C) Central Processing Unit
D) Central Power Unit
  • 6. Which is generally cheaper: building a PC or buying a pre-built one?
A) Buying a pre-built PC
B) Building a PC
C) Depends on the brand.
D) They are always the same price
  • 7. What is a good strategy for finding deals on computer parts?
A) Ignore customer reviews.
B) Always buy the newest model.
C) Compare prices from multiple retailers.
D) Only buy from well-known brands.
  • 8. What is a refurbished computer?
A) A brand new computer that is being sold at a discount.
B) A computer that is missing some components.
C) A computer that has never been used.
D) A previously owned computer that has been repaired and tested.
  • 9. What does 'GHz' measure in a CPU?
A) Clock speed
B) Power consumption
C) Cache size
D) Number of cores
  • 10. What is the best way to dispose of an old computer?
A) Recycle it at an electronics recycling center.
B) Burn it.
C) Throw it in the trash.
D) Bury it in your backyard.
  • 11. For basic tasks like web browsing and email, which is most important?
A) Massive storage capacity
B) High-end graphics card
C) Expensive sound card
D) Adequate RAM and a decent processor.
  • 12. What does the term 'bloatware' refer to?
A) Software that protects against viruses.
B) Software that makes your computer run faster.
C) Unnecessary software pre-installed on a new computer.
D) Essential system software.
  • 13. What is an advantage of a laptop over a desktop?
A) Better performance for the same price
B) Portability
C) Easier to upgrade
D) More ergonomic design
  • 14. What is a cloud service useful for?
A) Cleaning your computer's hard drive
B) Backing up data and accessing it from multiple devices
C) Improving your internet connection
D) Increasing the speed of your computer
  • 15. What does 'dpi' measure in a mouse?
A) Sensitivity
B) Size
C) Color
D) Weight
  • 16. Which operating system is open source?
A) Chrome OS
B) macOS
C) Windows
D) Linux
  • 17. What is the benefit of buying a computer during a sale?
A) Increased performance
B) Faster delivery
C) Reduced price
D) Extended warranty
  • 18. What is the purpose of a computer case?
A) To protect the internal components.
B) To display the computer's specifications.
C) To increase the computer's processing speed.
D) To make the computer run quieter.
  • 19. Which of the following is NOT a storage device?
A) HDD
B) RAM
C) USB Drive
D) SSD
  • 20. What is the role of the motherboard?
A) Connects all the components of the computer.
B) Controls the power supply.
C) Stores the operating system.
D) Displays the image on the monitor.
  • 21. What is an acceptable amount of RAM for basic usage in 2024?
A) 1GB
B) 8GB
C) 4GB
D) 2GB
  • 22. What kind of monitor is best for reducing eye strain?
A) Very large monitor
B) Monitor with very low refresh rate
C) One with blue light filter
D) Curved monitor
  • 23. What is a good strategy for keeping computer costs down?
A) Only buy from the largest retailer
B) Buy the smallest components possible
C) Buy the most expensive components
D) Buy components during sales or used.
  • 24. What is the meaning of the term 'bottleneck' in computing?
A) The cooling system failing.
B) When one component limits the performance of the rest
C) When the hard drive gets full
D) When the keyboard malfunctions
  • 25. What is the main purpose of a cooling system in a computer?
A) To reduce the noise of the computer.
B) To improve the graphics performance.
C) To prevent overheating
D) To increase the speed of the processor.
  • 26. What is the meaning of resolution in a monitor?
A) The size of the screen.
B) The refresh rate of the screen.
C) The brightness of the screen.
D) The number of pixels on the screen.
  • 27. What is a good use for the computer's USB ports?
A) Installing software.
B) Cooling down the computer
C) Increasing processing power
D) Connecting peripherals like mouse or keyboard.
  • 28. What is a valid reason to consider a used computer?
A) Always superior performance.
B) Guaranteed warranty.
C) Latest technology.
D) Budget constraints
  • 29. What is a good place to find reviews for computer parts?
A) Social Media
B) Television commercials
C) Newspaper
D) Tech websites and forums.
  • 30. What is a power supply unit (PSU) used for?
A) Converting AC power to DC power for the computer's components.
B) Providing internet access.
C) Storing data.
D) Cooling the CPU.
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